2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.

Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Sportage 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Kia Volkswagen
Model Sportage Sharan
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 0 HP
Torque 305 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 177 km/hour 199 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1668 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 70 L


 

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